2005 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Lexus LX. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1995 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A8 | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
